BIGGEST MUMBAI travel MISTAKE NOT to MAKE | FOREIGNER TRAVEL in INDIA | TRAVEL VLOG IV

BIGGEST MUMBAI travel MISTAKE NOT to MAKE. Being my favorite city in the world, I always try to give the best instructions possible for people to have the most amazing time in Mumbai, India.
Unfortunately not every foreigner gets to experience the magic of Mumbai because they get too overwhelmed or just simply don’t know their way around this crazy city in India.
I have made a previous video on foreigner travel in India and one where I discuss 19 top things to do in Mumbai. I also discussed how to navigate the city as a foreigner. You can find those videos linked below.
This video however is about the biggest mistakes foreigner tourists in India make when in Mumbai and how to avoid making these mistakes. If you know somebody going to Mumbai please make sure to share this video with them and if you’re going yourself I really hope this video helps you to truly experience the magic of Mumbai.
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[@k.p.4818]

Thank you for mentioning that you have to be respectful to people who live in slums. They might not have a lot of materialistic things with them, but you don't have to take away their dignity because of that.

[@IvanaPerkovicOfficial]

So true!

[@ap2149]

Some scrap traders in dharavi are billionaires.. Most of slum dwellers have everything from t.v. To fridge in their house but they don't have inough to buy a decent house in Mumbai cause the property prices are very high in Mumbai..

[@ToThoseWhoGotHurtByMeIAMSORRY]

@@ap2149 They can get their land redeveloped , but they avoid . I have seen people getting flats instead of a Slum and renting the flat to make a new slum .

[@abstrusepriyanshu7194]

@@ap2149 bruh they are millionaires not billionaires

[@gurumurthyc8926]

@@ap2149 i

[@cyrilk4p]

I am Indian living outside India but I learnt something today which is very true.. “Leave India to solve its own problems” it pains to accept it but yeah that’s the truth and I m glad I learnt from someone who has studied us better than ourselves...

[@MithunNarvekar]

I keep telling my non Mumbai friends that mumbai local trains are packed only during rush hour. Mumbai local is the most effecient way to travel. You forgot to mention MUMBAI RAINS.

[@IvanaPerkovicOfficial]

So true!

[@ToThoseWhoGotHurtByMeIAMSORRY]

Yes but those who haven't experienced massive crowds please avoid Mumbai locals at peak hours . I being born and brought up in Mumbai , still avoid trains at peak hours as much as I can . Mumbai trains are super cheap and at an interval of 5 minutes , but the crowds are too much . Many times I couldn't get of the station I wanted to .

[@MithunNarvekar]

@@ToThoseWhoGotHurtByMeIAMSORRY Yes,totally agree with those who do not have experience of massive crowd should totally avoid There are lots of unsaid or unwritten rules to travels during peak hours example, when to get board? where to stand?not to take virar fast if u want to get down at bandra or andheri

[@trinitylopez1531]

Respect your heart for looking at slums as a human living, survival.

[@Gman44044]

I liked the point you made about not trying to solve India's problems. A very mature outlook, you seem like a very experienced traveler. Also, great insight in being respectful while vising the slums and not act like its a tourist destination, Been watching your videos for a year now, finally subscribed ! PS: Your dad is super sweet.

[@yyvette]

I suggest a Parsi food collab with Sherry Shroff. She's Parsi and a popular Indian KZbinr in her early 30's (and maybe you could also make a video about travel skincare or 30's skincare together😉 )

[@ecs_083kumarankitsingh5]

You forgot 1 important point. Mumbai is the only state in the whole world which have 2 movie Industry which is Bollywood and Marathi film industry!

[@abhisheksikdar2329]

@Nationalism First with Suryavanshi Guy but its a city vs a state dude

[@riddhi1091]

wake up sid is one of the best movie which shows beautiful side of mumbai.u will surely gonna love it

[@IvanaPerkovicOfficial]

Awesome!!!

[@AHH84489]

your language of describe about my country always positive.thank you very much.

[@9896504740superawesh]

M indian never been to Mumbai this advice gonna help me too. Thank you!!

[@TheAbhineetMagar]

That was so informative. You've surely been around. As always you are so postive/optimistic. Truly appreciate the fact that u emphasised on Slums being poor ppls "homes" more than a tourist place. Yes they do deserve respect as well. Thankyou kindly!

[@jaiswalrahul507]

The most sensible and humble video on india by any foreigner i came across on internet you are the best and a real fan of India❤😊

[@sunilthakore5715]

You are a beautiful human. I wish people understand this. The beauty of life is more important things than material lives. Thank you, a beautiful heartfelt video.

[@abhijeetwagh81]

Danke Dir, I will try Mumbai for sure. 2021 here I come 😊

[@abhis5457]

That's why I love you.. you take everything in a positive way. Even we get exhausted because sometime our perception and reality doesn't match but that's the beauty of travelling in a new place.

[@RanjanAditee]

Nice video. Love the way you explain different aspects of any place!!

[@IvanaPerkovicOfficial]

Thank you!

[@akshaysivaraj6652]

Great video....and im In love with those hanging light strip in the background... ❤️❤️❤️

[@IvanaPerkovicOfficial]

Thanks!

[@kshamaparate]

Thank you! I really respect your ideas..

[@pramodkumarrai_0868]

Thank you very much for straight forward and honest and know how to respect the culture and not try to show only bad things. Hats off to showing the real picture of India.

[@rajashekharns1607]

You are a real human. With Indian heart💓

[@roygupte3480]

You are so right and thanks.

[@DTreagust]

Love this vlog. Cheers from Mumbai yeah !

[@naddirpatel]

Excellent suggestions. 👍

[@thevapes6325]

great video !!

[@Mustafa_Alchalabi]

Thanks alot for the instructions. I love you so much sister ❤

[@gauravgoti5411]

Ivana has 2 cities to go for review...i personally wanna see ivana's vision on kolkata and my own city with 6 millions others "SURAT" diamond city 😅😅..even ahmedabad,baroda,.if possible...(gujarat tour)🤔🤔

[@hildazule]

Wow ur videos are very helpful, I'm gonna live in India soon so I start watching some videos, and found ur channel and its helpful, thank u a looot!! ❤️Bless from Bolivia

[@IvanaPerkovicOfficial]

That's awesome! Thank you😊

[@sanmeetsingh7128]

Your welcome 😊 ...you should to explore India much more to behalf of food , behavior..... cultural activities....and you know the amazing fect is that....when you visit one state to other state of India...like Punjab , Rajasthan... Mumbai dehli.yiu got Evey time different cultures behavior......the way of talking , living , and how they respect people's and help them......you should visit Punjab state City amritsar ......to you can explore about Golden temple , food service the largest kitchen in the world in golden temple how they serve free food...... How they make it.....India Pakistan border ..you got many more. To explore .. visit once...thanks and make full video about it. 😘😁😀😅

[@sanmeetsingh7128]

@@IvanaPerkovicOfficial visit Amritsar ..to explore more about it....keep it up....you doing great job...and it's help others to....how we can travel...and explore India.......... thanks 😊👍

[@SuzyQ]

You made me homesick for my hometown. Nice video.

[@ashishnegi9178]

Loved ur no 4 point. Respect🌹😊🙏

[@rushikeshtodkar]

Thanks for honest review.

[@yosharma5210]

You are very respectful to people and our country..thanks alot u gained one subscriber

[@starboy9384]

Well done Ivana, very informative.. You are Indias brand ambassador 🇮🇳❤️Ivana

[@IvanaPerkovicOfficial]

Thank you so much!

[@vaibhavtendulkar4789]

Loved the video. When your Dad says he "loves the sound of the train on the tracks", that is like every train geek ever :). Is he a train geek?

[@bubbles150285]

Each of your videos is better than the other. Thank you for sharing.

[@IvanaPerkovicOfficial]

Thanks!

[@mr.himalayan6258]

8:45 100% agree with you, and respect you alot for your good mindset.

[@khushisuri4954]

I absolutely absolutely enjoy ivanyas videos so much she's such a pro!

[@MrMaru007]

I live in mumbai and I loved the way you explained everything ❤️🖤♥️

[@shantideep3117]

Oy slow n steady. 148 after long time watching. God bless. Enjoy.

[@akshayakawle4655]

I've so much respect for you for the way you mentioned how you should behave if you visit slums. Thank you for being so wonderful. You've a subscriber here from India, Mumbai!

[@akshayakawle4655]

By the way, visiting Amsterdam in December this year!!

[@Aryan-ow5jd]

You know India more than us Indians. Wow.... Love your videos.💐

[@Sandjai_120]

Ik hen heleboel al gezien dank zei Ivana . Maar goed om te weten . Het is altijd weer leuk om te zien.

[@IvanaPerkovicOfficial]

Leuk, thanks!

[@subrathjana]

First time saw a foreigner speaking positive about the Slums and being so respectful.. Loved your views about it.. Hatss OFF !! 🙌 BTW these slums have hell lot of talents.. You may Know V-Unbeatables Dance crew they are from slums and recently won the America's Got Talent Champions!! Must watch their performances in youtube! Would love if you can make a reaction video to it..😉🤘

[@nazfromqueens]

We are going in sept. We love your vlog series. Excellent.

[@IvanaPerkovicOfficial]

Awesome, have fun!

[@goasmirt9419]

Thank you! ❤️ Visiting India in 2 days, I am super excited and stressed at the same time. Your videos and Hippie on Heels' (RIP) blog have both helped me a lot!

[@IvanaPerkovicOfficial]

Happy to hear and hope you have the best time!

[@firdausbilimoria1097]

Number 5...Parsi food, so glad you spoke about it!!! As a Parsi born in Mumbai I can tell you that there are a lot of parsi vegetarian food items as well. Also, don't forget to have the famous tea and bread at parsi/irani bakeries when you come here next. I can definitely take you and your dad around Mumbai for a parsi food tour when you decide to come here next :) PS Have been watching a lot of your videos recently, love them. Good work, keep it up 👍🏻

[@ilonavalante9087]

I'm in delhi right now and because of you, I'm having an amazing time! I'm going to Mumbai next week, thanks for the video ♥ you are always posting the videos exactly when I need them most!

[@IvanaPerkovicOfficial]

I'm so so happy to hear that! Hope you have the best time in Mumbai too

[@ap2149]

You are coming in rainy season the best season of mumbai.. City literally changes color and even mindset of mumbaikars its laid back season.. You may stuck in traffic during heavy rain.. But mumbai Rain is must feel experience..

[@CRAFTYTHRIFTY]

Please do visit Pune and near by tourist places like Lonavala and mahableshwar

[@IvanaPerkovicOfficial]

Lonavala I've been multiple times. Check the 2015/2016 playlists in the description😊

[@AHH84489]

@@IvanaPerkovicOfficial kutch(Gujrat) is also very nice.

[@hildazule]

Hi Susan, Pune! How is there? One of the places I'm gonna stay is Pune 😊

[@rohitk9221]

@@hildazule it's a nice cozy City. Modern and cultural at the same time! Please visit Pune during Ganesh festival coming September.

[@hildazule]

@@rohitk9221 thank u,

[@JayPalfrey]

Mumbai is the best city in the world

[@renuhazari544]

Reallly? I just cnt believe how foreigners co op with mumbai coz even for me it is very fast and hectic n humid...

[@JayPalfrey]

@@renuhazari544 i love it! the people are amazing too! :)

[@victordashmohapatra3546]

@sandip K Mumbai is a city of hardworking men, women and policemen. Vibes of Mumbai is like no other city in India.

[@gauravgoti5411]

From USA?

[@AHH84489]

expensive too(not as like newyork).

[@vrane3437]

Thank u for respecting people with Their lives

[@madhumita1420]

4 th point is so true ... you are most definitely the most empathetic KZbinr I have come across. Wish more people were like you and the world would definitely be a better place💞more power to you !

[@IvanaPerkovicOfficial]

Aw thanks!

[@gopalkumarr1]

Wow..I also love mumbai!!

[@djordjecickovic4098]

Ivana sjajan ti je kanal, slucajno sam naisao na njega i vec pogledao desetak vlogova. Dosta gledam videe iz Indije i zelja mi je da posetim Indiju jednog dana. Imas jednog stalnog pratioca vise, samo tako nastavi. :)

[@IvanaPerkovicOfficial]

Bas mi je drago! Hvala puno i nadam se da ces moci da ides u Indiju brzo.

[@miteshsakaria1890]

Thanks madam you have done good job and good video I am from mumbai

[@AshishYadav-gz3jq]

You always create nice things

[@IvanaPerkovicOfficial]

Thanks!

[@lakshmibelur7050]

Hello I love watching your videos tell us more about when and where you did yoga teachers training

[@REVIEWSONTHERUN]

Great!✌️

[@aravindrnair93]

Urs is a grossly under rated channel. I personally apologise for that. I think ur channel shows a more genuine/reality picture of India than many other channels which focus on either India bashing or are mere flattery. I respect u for that. I hope foreigners view ur videos as a reference in their India travel plans. Sorry again for the under appreciation u r getting.

[@anita8.8.8]

Thankss for this videooo

[@merabharatmahaan.3303]

Thank You For Sharing This Experience. As A Possible Please Visit Navi Mumbai And Panvel Side....😊🙏🏻

[@roygupte3480]

You are to lovely and so good,thanks.

[@sherpo8076]

I liked your number 4 mistake about visiting slums .. Whatever you said makes sense.. Much respect 🙏

[@umaa2613]

Really enjoy your videos 😊

[@IvanaPerkovicOfficial]

Thank you!

[@rajneeshmishra9345]

You are a very good person sister

[@nimohghare5172]

As said by someone down there wake up Sid is a nice movie to watch and explore Mumbai city...

[@gowthamkumar4326]

You got the point .... walking alone in nights in remote areas is always dangerous ... not only in India even any other part of the world ....

[@raghuveersingh2319]

Nice

[@rohitbhagat1454]

Hey wow ! You are really sensible , half the tourist vlogs I see about India is all about , " how do the even live here " . Honestly speaking , as Indians ,most of us are satisfied with our lives , be it living in a slum or a mansion.

[@myvbloglife]

Cool

[@BV-ye8bc]

Welcome

[@piyusarkar3065]

Exactly. And many people in the slums are actually from villages who came to the city of dreams to get a better life and they are happy that they have make it that far..and there are some who are struggling very hard and a slum is the only place they can afford. Going there as a tourist, Indian or foreigner, is very disrespectful

[@annalexander917]

Thank you for mentioning about the slums not being a part of tourist attraction. And also liked the explanation of local trains. I do not agree that Mumbai is not connected cause u haven’t see much of it.

[@maureenbenedict7859]

Bravo for highlighting that the role of the tourist is not to solve India's 3rd world problems. That's up to India. And that the slums aren't a tourist attraction. So refreshing to see someone "foreign" who actually gets and respects India and its people.

[@sarthsingh3271]

Fareed seekh centre's seekhs are much recommended, especially in the time of ramadan!

[@stylewithme365]

Super helpful! Can make a video on places to watch a sunrise/sunset in Mumbai?

[@IvanaPerkovicOfficial]

Thank you! It's all there in the 'Dad in India' series linked in the description

[@stylewithme365]

@@IvanaPerkovicOfficial awesome! Will check it out

[@magnificentscreens1217]

You understand as much as India that You became Indian.👍

[@rubyalexander6822]

Respect to you for the 4th Point 🤗

[@ManishKumar-cu8cz]

If you learn to drive in the Mumbai traffic then congratulations you can easily drive on Moon too.

[@narayanduttpurohit]

the first video of your, made me laugh under a minute, when you are with 2000/- notes in happiness.

[@IvanaPerkovicOfficial]

Hehheheh

[@gundapallimanikanta9155]

Hi ivana hi sir your dad was looking so nice and smart and best thing hi enjoy the slow train keep smiling

[@renuhazari544]

Oo yeas sweety parsi restuarant has alot veg options as well Like mushroom quiche Irani chai Roles etc

[@gauravgoti5411]

Is there any of these parsi restaurants in sobo?🤔🤔 Like famous one ...if then which nd where?

[@IvanaPerkovicOfficial]

Ahhhh I need to try!!!

[@renuhazari544]

@@gauravgoti5411 i dnt knw dear i live in pune...here there are many parsi restuarants in camp area

[@gauravgoti5411]

@@renuhazari544 oooh okay

[@ap2149]

@@gauravgoti5411 try kyani opposite metro theatre and sasanian bakery nearby.. Cafe military near Bombay stock exchange..

[@jhonbhai5516]

Very nice video You family video is

[@IvanaPerkovicOfficial]

Thanks!

[@Nandification85]

Hello, thanks for your videos. Im from Portugal but i live in Amsterdam xD i will go to mumbai at 13th january but i really dont know what i can do in mumbai before i go to Goa.

[@oliviacruzc5154]

We have ppl settled from Iran and Saudi Arabia even in Bangalore you have to visit kamanahalli in Bangalore for that. And the best Irani restaurant I would say “Ayda” at church street Brigade Road.

[@PranjitSaikiaGaming]

Nice video iv

[@IvanaPerkovicOfficial]

Thanks!

[@manishdubey5454]

Hi (I) Evana, Thank you for being a nice ambassador of India. This post of yours will definitely help our guests in India. Also what a lovely view to see you with your innocent daddy. Love you darling. Take Care.

[@IvanaPerkovicOfficial]

Aw thank you!

[@kavins7294]

Welcome to south india. are u never been in coimbatore, ooty , nilagiri hills , just search in google you get to know . Awesome!!!

[@wizardcouple_at_work]

Hey nice video ! Can relate so much , me being a Mumbaikar myself! You can try out the parsi cuisine at the restaurant chain named "Soda Bottle Opener Wala".. it has both veg & non-veg options! It has multiple outlets across the city ! hope it helps ! And really Respect your opinion on not visiting the slums as a tourist destination!!

[@IvanaPerkovicOfficial]

Awesome, thank you!

[@amitjain9400]

Hey Ivana check out SRK Song - "Koi na Koi Chahiye"..ie Full Mumbai(bombay then) Darshan 😁😁

[@shaayaan8397]

10:13 What u said is what makes u different Love u loads for your sense 😇

[@IvanaPerkovicOfficial]

Thanks!

[@nileshthore1159]

Mumbai Meri Jaan🇮🇳❤️

[@merabharatmahaan.3303]

I Recommend, Please Make A Video North East India. I Wish You And Your Dad Love North East India

[@jeffbaker114]

Thanks for helping me reconsider a Dharavi tour. I already had reservations and your video helped me to make a decision not to take a tour.

[@IvanaPerkovicOfficial]

I'm really happy to hear that! Responsible decision🙌🏻

[@berlin9221]

Have you visited north east India? If no then do visit... Out of hustle and bustle... Your videos are amazing....

[@shilpakasar-raje8585]

True....Oh Ivana I m missing my Mumbai so much....It's d best city...It's a city of Dreams....Love u...😘😘

[@IvanaPerkovicOfficial]

Same!

[@abhishekwadwalkar6032]

Hey! Thanks for sharing this video. But, it's not expensive city if you will have perfect guide or relative

[@vivekmanek9989]

Madam my one question to u is that did u have dal kichdi which is one of the great varity of food in mumbai u will lov it

[@PlugInCaroo]

1) You are spot on Train ride is a must do. 2) Actual Mumbai is from VT/Churchgate to Bandra beyond that everything is too far by car and people use trains for speed. 3) Never eat from restaurants if one wants to save money. Mumbai thrives on street food. 4) Best is to stay in and around VT and Churchgate most of the places of tourist interest are there. 5) People interested in treking and history can visit the canary caves and national park in Borivili. 6) Try to break the US$20 barrier eating street food in one day! 7) Get overwhelmed by the torrential rain experienced only in Mumbai-Konkan region in any July/August no moon day. Entire city bows down and stops for 3 whole days every year!!! Beware never travel anywhere on NoMoon day during monsoon in India because of the very heavy rains experienced on those days. No wonder an ocean is named after India.

[@Anandam1971]

Ivana, you are very strategically located. Try and visit Velliangiri mountains, near Coimbatore . If you are lucky, the greatest treasure of India might be open to you, especially near the 7th hill. If not, at least you would have a lot to see and enjoy.

[@prashantrp7878]

Ma'am i don't even know your name...but Mumbai from a mumbaikar is rather original...but you are very sweet. ☺️☺️☺️

[@chandekam1826]

About Parsi food, "SodaBottleOpenerWala" is pretty good, and they have some veggie options. The best part for you is that though it started in Mumbai, they have a restaurant in Bangalore too.

[@IvanaPerkovicOfficial]

That's awesome! Thank you so much